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Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.

Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.

In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.

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Today on our 2013 Toyota Tundra well be installing the Drawtite Ultra frame hitch part #: 41935. This is what our hitch will look like once its installed. Next, well go ahead and give you a couple of measurements to assist you with selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pinhole to the outermost edge of the bumper is two inches. From the top of the receiver tube opening to the ground is 18 and a quarter inches. This will assist you with selecting accessories such as a ball mount, a bike rack or a cargo carrier.

Now lets go ahead with the installation. First well need to remove the angle brackets that are located on the inside of the frame rail near the bumper on both sides. To remove the brackets there are a total of four fasteners for each. Well go ahead and remove them now. Two 12 millimeter fasteners and two 14 millimeter fasteners.

Now well go ahead and set the brackets aside as they will not be reinstalled, however we will be reusing the hardware. Our forward attachment points will be here. On the fourteen millimeter bracket well take the bolt and itll go through the hitch, through the frame and then get secured with a flat washer, split-lock washer and nut. The 12 millimeter bolt will get a conical tooth washer and then reinstalled into the weld nut. For our forward attachment points well be using the new 14 millimeter bolt along with a split lock washer and two blocks.

One block will get sandwiched between the hitch and the frame. Note, each process we do on one side will get repeated identically on the opposite side. Now with all of our fasteners installed well go ahead and tighten them down. Next well torque to specifications as indicated in the instructions. Now, with our hitch secured and torqued to specifications thatll complete the install of the Drawtite Ultra frame hitch part #: 41935 on our 2013 Toyota Tundra..

2008 Tundra by Toyota Owners Who Purchased this Trailer Hitch Also Bought...

Pros: I had no trouble raising the hitch by myself using a motorcycle jack placed under the receiver. After determining I did not speak French or Spanish, the English version of the installation instructions was helpful. By all appearances, (without x raying the welds,) the hitch looks bullet-proof. Considering the size and weight of this thing, I'm amazed at how quickly the item was shipped and received at my humble abode.
Cons: The paint is a bit soft. There were several small areas where paint had been chipped off or worn off the hitch. The reason for some of the missing paint was obvious; the plastic wrapping and clear tape surrounding the hitch had been worn off in a few locations. In other locations, the wrapping was intact over the areas containing missing paint.
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by: Adam12/23/2010

Heavy Duty I decided to buy this hitch when my Curt Class III hitch bent as I was pulled out of a snowdrift. I have absolutely no doubts that this extremely heavy duty hitch will outlast the truck. I ordered this product on 12/21/10, it shipped on 12/21/10, and it was delivered on 12/23/10! etrailer.com gave me free expedited shipping and it was delivered exactly 50 hours after I ordered it! I will definately buy from etrailer.com again!
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by: Kraig G.01/14/2013

I received the hitch just a couple of days after I placed my order with etrailer. These folks are REALLY good!!! Very helpful both with ordering the hitch and with follow-up questions. Would I recommend etrailer to my friends??.....Heck Yeah!!!
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by: mike m09/02/2014

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

the draw tite hitch is built just like the original factory hitch, and rated for more than the truck can handle. The packing was shoddy at best and mine arrived without most of the hardware. Seems they tape the hardware to the hitch and put it in a simple cardboard box, My ups man has the grace of a hand grenade so check the box for damage when it arrives. I figured they couldn't hurt a 90lb piece of welded steel, but they are more inventive than that. It took four phone calls and several emails over the course of a month to get the parts I needed to mount the hitch. Once I made enough noise they shipped me new hardware and it took less than an hour to mount. The hitch is heavy duty and well made and bolts on with no drilling. It would be easier to install if you have some help lifting it into position, but with some creative contortions one person can do it. If your looking for a hitch that fits right under the bumper this is a good choice. Getting the spare out of the way was the hard part , so I watched a video on the internet to figure that part out. Now I have a hitch for my new camper and the peace of mind knowing that thing is bolted on correctly and is part of the frame.
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by: Tom H.04/23/2013

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Mounted hitch as soon as I recieved it. Heavy duty mounting was easy to attach. Used it to tow my 13200 GVWR Toy Hauler. Great hitch! The only complaint I have is with the packaging. There was no packaging except for some plastic wrap to hold on the mounting hardware and a electrical connector. The hitch had a lot of scratches down to the bare metal and several areas of missing paint. I know it's a hitch, but with bare metal it's going to start rusting right away and I would like to keep the rust off as long as possible. I painted up the bare metal areas and things are good now.
I would recommend this hitch to a friend.
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by: Todd07/31/2008

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Best pricing and service I have an E350 Ford van and ordered #41906. Knew there would be some drilling. Understand that you probably don't have a 9/16" metal bit ($20) or a 13/16 and 7/8" socket in your toolbox. You have to get them tight so an adjustable wrench may not work. The other holes lined up great. Make sure to use oil when drilling! This hitch is extremely solid! By ordering through E-Trailer I was able to get the heavier duty hitch for a cheaper price than having lighter one installed at a shop. They shipped very fast and knew what they were talking about!
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by: www.Johnny Killmore.com05/31/2011

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Most of the hardware was hard to reach while dropping bolts or washers into place. Definitely need to install ALL hardware loose before tightening anything down. I tightened the main mount to the frame before putting the bumper braces onto the hitch and it wouldn't fit. After loosening it all back up, everything went together fine. I was very pleased with the final fit. All the parts and hardware were of excellent quality and fit. This hitch will easily outlast my '91 3/4 ton Dodge Cargo van. Now I can tow my race bike to the Pikes Peak Hill Climb in Colorado this year.
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by: RWM09/29/2013

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

THe hitch mainframe is excellent.
The 3/8" thick reinforcement blocks (washers) are great.
Problem is with the 1/8" thick reinforcement L brackets.
The L brackets are at the rear edge of the truck frame where the stress is the greatest; these brackets should fit better and be at least 3/8" (3 times) as thick and better quality metal.
I will have the make the L bracket needed for proper installation.
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by: VOYAGER09/11/2013

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Was a easy install only thing would male better would be some clip to hold bolt wile putting in frame,I used thin mechanics wire that removed easily after got bolt in hole.
Was great hitch install!
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Looks great. Heavy duty. Real real real tight tolerances for fit. Had to use two floor jacks on sides and back to almost lefting truck off the ground in order to make it fit. Scraped the paint off the inside left of the hitch doing it. An hour job took four at about 12 degrees, cold. But now that it's on I'm sure it will be great. 1/8 to 1/4 inch wider would have been great.
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by: Matt07/03/2013

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

This hitch is well worth the money! Installation was a breeze, everything matched up perfectly. The quality of the craftsmanship of this hitch exceeded my expectations. It is pretty rare that I am totally satisfied with a purchase through the Internet, however this purchase was great from beginning to end! The standard shipping got it to my door in 5 days.
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by: Mike L.08/19/2013

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Product arrived as promised.
Instructions & Installation time were good.
Quality on hitch looks great!
Product fits and looks great!
Have not used the hitch at this point, but with the quality being what it is, there shouldn't be any problems hauling with it.
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by: Tom tuinstra08/11/2014

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Delivery time was like quicker than i could have driven down
and picked it up myself
Hitch was all it was described to be Know right where i
will get the next one if needed
Putting it on was so simple the dog and i did it in one
Afternoon
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Wow, I received my package a day early and I installed my new trailer hitch in the same day. It took me about an hour to install it. I am very impressed with E trailer's service... I will defiantly will order again from E trailer. Thank you...
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by: paul miller07/18/2014

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

yea the box looked like it had been run over by a truck the hitch looked like had been touched up with paint some overspray on the stickers was missing one nut. but we got it mounted and it lookeds like its going to work for us
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by: Ben S.07/13/2012

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

This was my second hitch from E-Trailer.
Once again, it showed up on time and fit perfectly.
MUCH beefier than the stock hitch that was only rated at 6000 lbs.
Installation took about 20 mins using a lift and air tools.
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by: Ben S.07/13/2012

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

This was my second hitch from E-Trailer.
Once again, it showed up on time and fit perfectly.
MUCH beefier than the stock hitch that was only rated at 6000 lbs.
Installation took about 20 mins using a lift and air tools.
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everything worked great the only problem is 4 of the 6 underside washers you sent were to small. also the direction were not very readable. otherwise outstanding product and shipping. thamks paul
sorry no pic. dialup.
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by: David H.06/16/2014

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

The hitch is certainly beefy. I had to do a little hand filing with a rat tail file to get all the bolts at the rear to line up with the holes in the hitch. Overall the hitch fit my 99 Dodge Ram B1500 Van very well.
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by: Lothar Hoeper05/24/2011

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Good fit, super strong, drilled a few holes and bolted up just fine. Borrowed a torque wrench from my friend, put the icing on the cake. Very pleased, will get my boat in the water soon!! Thanks, Lothar
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by: Dave R06/04/2012

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Fast delivery, easy install, this hitch is more than twice the weight of the OEM factory hitch of my 2001 chevy 2500HD and obviously much stronger. I always have a positive experience with e-trailor.
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by: Donald D.12/02/2014

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Very well satisfied with the hitch I purchased they said 45 min install and did it in 27 min in a snow bank in northern Mich. Ordered it Sunday night and got it Wed. Definitely will order again.
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by: Donald D.12/02/2014

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Very well satisfied with the hitch I purchased they said 45 min install and did it in 27 min in a snow bank in northern Mich. Ordered it Sunday night and got it Wed. Definitely will order again.
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by: Paul06/29/2012

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Great product. Super strong, very heavy, large hardware and fits my F150 like a glove. Draw-Tite is fantastic with customer service and if you have any problems they will help you.
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by: Shawn P.02/05/2015

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

The hitch I purchased for my 2006 Ford F150 from etrailer.com is great! Was delivered on time and the purchase online was extremely easy.........thanks etrailer.com!!!!
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by: steve c.06/27/2013

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

product is outstanding quality,very easy to install with proper tools,company was as promt in filling order as could be expected.i am pleased with order........
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by: Adam J.11/26/2014

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Item was here lightning fast! Box was heavily damaged, but the product was intact. Fit like a glove. Now I can tow almost anything! Hooray!
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by: Steve B.07/21/2011

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Product arrived on time and in good condition. Now the work begins. Hitch looks like it will fit just fine. Thanks E trailer!!!
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by: Robert S.03/14/2011

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Swift delivery. Hitch was in perfect condition, with all necessary hardware and easy to follow instructions. Many thanks!!!!!
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by: Charles S11/14/2011

Review from a similar Draw-Tite Ultra Frame in Trailer Hitch

Products shipped and delivered very timely. E-mail offers of help and support throughout.Have placed another order.
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I spoke with my contact at Draw-Tite and he stated that hitch # 41935, fits all models of the 2010 Toyota Tundra, including the TRD Sport models, as long as it did not come with a factory trailer hitch. You could also use Curt trailer hitch # C15398. I have included links to the installation instructions for each for you.
If you plan on doing some towing, I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # EBMK2416. It comes with a ball mount, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying bag....view full answer...

I spoke with my contact at Curt and he stated that the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch, # 31198, will not sit flush with the bumper on your 2007 Toyota Tundra 2WD, but about 2-3 inches back. We offer the Curt Electric Winch Mount Plate, # C31010, that has three pin holes that will allow you to adjust the distance of the winch plate from the vehicle. The measurement from the furthest pin hole to the mounting plate is 8-1/4 inches. I have attached a picture showing these measurements. This...view full answer...

We do offer a range of trailer hitch options for your 2012 Toyota Tundra Rock Warrior TRD. Since your factory-installed hitch has been damaged you'll naturally need to remove this entirely.
After doing so I suggest you very carefully inspect the OEM hitch's attachment points on the frame rails to ensure no vehicle damage was sustained when the hitch was broken. I would also check that the threads in the frame's weld nuts (that accept the hitch installation bolts) were not damaged in...view full answer...

The Curt and Draw-Tite trailer hitches for yoru 2013 Toyota Tundra will be the same part numbers no matter which bumper type you have on your truck.
Curt hitch # C15398 is actually a Class V hitch. There is no Draw-Tite Class V option but the Class IV is # 41935. The Curt hitch is rated much higher at 2,400 pounds tongue weight and 16,000 pounds gross trailer weight which likely exceeds the vehicle's capacities (conuslt owners manual for your trucks capacities). The Draw-Tite hitch...view full answer...

If you happen to know the brand and model of the hitch you can order replacement hardware to mount the hitch using # RHK. On the RHK page you would enter the hitch number and choose the manufacturer from the menu on the RHK page to get the proper hardware. The hardware from the old hitch should not be reused since it is designed to be torqued down only once.
If the hitch is a factory Toyota hitch you will need to obtain the proper hardware from a Toyota dealer.view full answer...

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